Enjoy a 2 bedroom (sleeps 5) condo in a quiet, tropical Costa Rican complex with access to a large family pool and BBQ area. You are surrounded by rainforest, so expect to see Toucans, Scarlet Macaws, Humming birds and monkeys.

This is a 2 bedroom and 2 bathroom condo. The Master bedroom has 1 king bed and ensuite bathroom with shower. The 2nd bedroom has 3 single beds (2 single beds and another single pull out bed) and shares a common bathroom with shower. There is also a sofa bed in the lounge. The whole condo is AC'd and offers wireless internet.
There is a fully equipped kitchen with all modern amenities. The lounge has Cable TV, wireless internet and a large screen TV.
The patio has a large table for socializing, as well as 2 sunbeds. There is a large common area pool with an adults pool and childs pool that you are free to use.
You will have access to the whole house plus common areas where the pool and BBQ rancho are.
I will be available throughout your stay.

The condo is located within a quite Costa Rican neighborhood with security. You are surrounded by rolling green tropical hills and wildlife (Monkeys, Macaws, Toucans, etc)
You are 200 m from the main highway where you will find public bus service and taxis. We would suggest hiring a car so that you have easy access to local areas.
The nearest shops are only 200m walking and you are within a 5 minute car ride or 20 min walk to 2 of Costa Rica's best beaches, Playa Blanca (white sand) and Playa Manta.

The place was just like shown in the pictures and was what we expected. Randy was very open to welcome us with our dog and to let us check-in at any time throughout the day which we really appreciated! We had bit of difficulties finding the place since the street is not very visible from the main road. Unfortunately we didn't meet Randy during our stay but the lady that welcomed was very friendly and showed us around. In overall we had a relaxing stay at casa Pura Vida!

LisaOctober 2016

The place was fantastic. Finding it was very difficult as the directions were inadequate and Randy was out of the country and only communicated his cell number which sent us to his voice mail. Hence we couldn't find it the first night and had to get a hotel room.

RonSeptember 2016

Great place, really sweet and accommodating host. Ended up giving us two rooms so we had 2 beds. Kitchen is nice, and market a short cab ride away. Secluded beach, nice pool.

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Priscilla was fantastic to work with. Our flight in was rerouted to Liberia, so we didn't get in until late. She was so kind and accommodating, offering information for the rest of our trip. The cabinas were cute and clean. Would absolutely stay here again.

kelseyMay 2016

Found this private gem in Playa Agunas area about 15 miles before Jaco. Take the dirt road all the way down and before driving into the ocean hang a right and go down about 2 min and you'll see the pink and white gates. Such a cool place. Well maintained and only getting better. Her and her husband/bf are awesome and super friendly. He is always cleaning the pool. We wanted to go fishing and he and his father took us out for wayyyyy cheaper then anybody else. Don't waste your money on the big tourist guys. Go with her husband and his father. Fishing was slow and so we also went scuba diving and private beach exploring seeing all kinds of crazy cool stuff. Really really enjoyed the day he took us out. Hands down best money and time spent in CR.

AnthonyJuly 2016

I really enjoyed my stay at Villas Majolana Cabinas. Our host Priscilla was extremely nice and helpful as well as being very prompt to respond to any queries before or during our stay. Also we arrived early on a Saturday morning and left late on a Sunday and this huge flexibility in check-in/check-out times made our experience so much more relaxed and enjoyable. The location is great as the cabinas are only a few metres from the beach, you can even hear the waves crashing on the shore at night, and there are two places to eat nearby. The swimming pool is an added bonus. The accommodation is basic (exactly like in the photos) but clean and the shower has hot water. I look forward to returning for another stay soon!!

We only spent two nights at Villas Majolana but would've loved to have stayed a bit longer. The place is very secluded and we really enjoyed having a complete beach to ourselves the full day we were there. There's a cute restaurant a few steps away from the property that is set right on the beach, and Jako is only a short drive away for more options. Definitely recommend!

MatthijsFebruary 2016

I had the pleasure of staying at Priscilla's tranquil spot for the weekend. The accommodations are simple, but sufficient and clean. Priscilla was a hospitable host who went out of her way to make me feel welcome and comfortable. Beach access is only a stone's throw away, but the pool is also a great and relaxing option. I found it was not the easiest place to get to, but well worth it once you arrive!

We had a wonderful stay at the villas. During our entire stay Priscilla was such a nice, lovely and of course excellent host. Her contacts to the local guides and tours are the best you can get! She replied within minutes and had an answer or an idea for everything we had on mind. The other cabinas haven't been booked so we got the hudge pool and for us! The cabinas are just a few steps from Plays Agujas, clean and equiped with a ventilator, small fridge and everything we needed. //WE DEFINITELY RECOMMEND THIS PLACE // It was a pleasure to stay at Villas Majolanas! Gracias para todo, puravida!

Kate & LinusFebruary 2016

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Our amazing Villa Tica is very spacious located in a quiet village just 60 minutes from San Jose, 10 minutes from Agujas beach between Jaco and Carara National Park. There is everything you need in town, public transportation available near by.

LOCATED ONLY ONE HOUR FROM THE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT OF SAN JOSE, ON THE CENTRAL WEST COAST ONLY MINUTES FROM THE MOST PRISTINE BEACHES IN COSTA RICA. 15 MINUTES FROM THE FAMOUS JACO BEACH AND 30 MINUTES FROM HERMOSA BEACH, 18 HOLE GOLF COURSE AT LOS SUENOS IS ALSO NEAR BY AS WELL ALL THE CONVENIENCE STORES, BANKS, PHARMACY, RESTAURANTS AND BARS.
THE PROPERTY SITS ON AN ACRE WITH ITS NATURAL SURROUNDINGS AND GARDEN AREAS WITH A CARETAKER ON SITE, OUR PROPERTY MANAGER LEAVES 100' JUST AROUND THE CORNER .COMPLETELY FENCED IN AND AWAY FROM THE TOURIST TRAPS OF JACO BEACH; AND YET JUST 1/2 MILE FROM MAIN ROAD, ALL PAVED. HERE YOU WILL GET TO KNOW THE REAL COSTA RICAN PEOPLE AND THEIR WAY OF LIFE.
ACTIVITIES IN 25 MILE RADIUS: DEEP SEA FISHING, KAYAKING, SNORKELING, HORSE BACK RIDING, HIKING, SURFING, BIRD WATCHING, MOUNTAIN BIKE, ATV AND MOTORCYCLE RIDES, WATER FALLS, CROCODILES TOURS AND CARARA NATIONAL PARK IS ONLY 10 MINUTES AWAY.
ALL ROOMS HAVE CEILING FANS WHICH HELP CIRCULATE THE AIR FROM THE VARIOUS OPENINGS. ALTHOUGH IT DOES NOT HAVE THE AMENITIES OF MANY RESORTS, THE HOUSE IS VERY SPACIOUS PROVIDING A FULLY EQUIPPED LAUNDRY ROOM AND KITCHEN.
INTERNET SERVICES AVAILABLE BY REQUEST 15 DAYS PRIOR OF CHECK IN, SMALL FEE WILL APPLY.
VILLA TICA FAQs:
-WILL I NEED A CAR?
Yes and No, it all depends on how you plan to get around. Villa Tica is situated on the West coast approximately 60 minutes from San Jose, the roads are paved all the way to our front gate. There are buses every hour from San Jose or the airport to Jaco, stopping only minutes from Villa Tica. If you decide to rent a car, there is no need for a 4x4, save your money for other things, unless you want to adventure off road. You will be driving to the West coast on a new Highway towards the famous surf beach, Jaco. Once you make your reservation we will send the directions to Villa Tica.
- IS THERE SOMEONE IN COSTA RICA WHO CAN ASSIST ME WHILE I AM THERE?
Yes, once you book Villa Tica, we will send you the names and phone numbers of our property manager, caretakers and made, who can help you throughout your stay. They are very knowledgeable on the area and will be there at check in & checkout.
PLEASE NOT: WE do not have a tour guide and our caretaker and made do not speak English, if you need anything while staying at Villa Tica you must contact the property manager or myself.
-IS THERE A BEACH NEARBY THAT IS EASY TO GET TO?
Yes, in fact you are really quite spoiled on choices. Playa Aguja, is the nearest 10-15 minutes on bike, then one of our favorites is Playa Manta and Playa Blanca about 20 minutes away. Jaco is only 15 minutes by car down the Costaneira Highway, where you will find banks, restaurants, bars, discos, stores etc… A short drive further down the coast takes you to Playa Hermosa one the most famous surfing beaches in Costa Rica.
-HOW EASY IS IT TO FIND VILLA TICA?
Upon confirming your reservation, we will send you very clear directions including photos of landmarks along the way. This is updated monthly to give all of our guests as up-to-date info and recommendations as possible.
-ARE THERE RESTAURANTS AND SHOPPING NEARBY?
Quebrada Ganado is a small local village with a really good selection of small markets, bakeries, fruit stands, a pharmacy, small stores and restaurants along the Costaneira. Villa Caletas, an upscale French hotel and restaurant is only 10 minutes away by car; further south is the Marriot Hotel, which has restaurants, casino, golf course, marina and a small shopping center.
-ARE THERE EXCURSIONS & ACTIVITIES CLOSE BY?
Yes, the surrounding area offers, snorkeling, kayaking, paddle boarding, zip-lining, boat tours, horseback tours, ATV tours, as well as being located only 10 minutes by car from Carara National Park. There are dozens of picturesque, quiet beaches all the way up and down the Pacific coast, with enough activities and adventures on offer to do something completely different every day! We can also recommend great day trips to Manuel Antonio National Park and Beach, located in Quepos. For surfers, Playa Hermosa has lefts and rights for more experienced surfers. Closer to Villa Tica, Jaco has good waves for every skill level.
-IS IT A SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD?
Quebrada Ganado is a small friendly community, where everyone says hi to everyone. If you wanted a friendly chat or even some more tips on the area, you can ask any of our neighbors and they will gladly help you.
-DOES VILLA TICA HAVE INTERNET?
Yes, we can provide WiFi for Internet connection upon request 15 days prior of your arrival, small fee will apply, depend on the Bmps (megabytes per second, download speed) you request. Basic service fee at the moment is $35. Please ask when making your reservation.
-WHAT IS THE WEATHER LIKE?
A more detailed description of Costa Rica's seasons can be found on the Internet, but in general you can expect about 85+ degrees at the beach year round. The only difference in climate year round is May-November ...

Quebrada Ganado is a quite small village just North of Jaco, only 10 minutes to Carara National Park, 10 minutes to the closest beach (Aguja) with several small restaurants, markets, pharmacy, bakery, hardware stores etc...
Convenient public transportation from the airport every hour, bus stop is about 1 Km from Villa Tica, and several other buses to Jaco, Quepos, Puntarenas.
For your safety, the house is equipped with smoke and carbon monoxide detector, safety kit, safety card instructions, all provided by Airbnb.
All outlets near the water or outside are protected w/GFCI breakers.
WARNING! CAR RENTAL IN COSTA RICA ARE A RIPOFF
IF YOU ARE RENTING A CAR IN COSTA RICA, BE AWARE OF EXTRA INSURANCE AND OTHER THINGS THE RENTAL CAR COMPANY'S CHARGE, MAKE SURE YOU HAVE A FULL RENTAL PRICE AGREEMENT INCLUDING ALL INSURANCE IN WRITING WHEN YOU MAKE YOUR RESERVATION. IF YOUR CREDIT CAR COMPANY COVERS YOUR RENTAL CAR INSURANCE ABROAD, TAKE A COPY OF THEIR POLICY WITH YOU, SO THE RENTAL CAR COMPANY DON'T CHARGE YOU TWICE.

Osmar's home made for a delightful vacation. I highly recommend his airbnb to anyone visiting Costa Rica. My family and I made tons of great memories at this beautiful property :) Thanks again Osmar, and sorry for my late review!

AryanOctober 2016

Villa Tica is a lovely, expansive place set in an authentic Costa Rican village. Highlights are the wrap around veranda, surrounding garden and jungle, large extra spaces for yoga, welcoming and helpful property caretaker, firm beds, well-equipped kitchen. It would be heaven if the villa had a pool for hot evenings...

CatherineMarch 2015

Villa Tica was amazing - it was exactly what we were looking for. If you are looking for the true Costa Rica experience, Quebrada Ganado is a great place to be. There are beaches near by that you can get to via bicycle or walking and the locals are friendly. We did not rent a vehicle when visiting and I do not think that I would in the future. There are many means of transportation and Carlos, the groundskeeper, was very happy to to guide any questions that we had. Ozzie, it was a great experience. Thanks for letting us stay at Villa Tica!

A simple but comfortable home minutes from some beautiful and less known beaches and close to Jaco as well. It's located in a small village which makes it a great place for people who are interested in getting to know the culture and the "real" Costa Rica (but maybe not so good if you want really, really private). The neighbors are wonderful! They helped us find things and get to the good beaches and we spent some great evenings sitting on porches, chatting and showing our two boys farm animals and the country life. There is lots of room in the house and plenty of fans to keep things cool. It is very simple as far as furnishings, floors, etc but for us that was great since we didn't have to worry to much about what our two boys might do. The wrap around porch was great for sitting and watching birds. We saw scarlet macaws, vultures, and many smaller native birds as well as frogs.

The host definitely made us feel very welcome. He was always quick to respond with anything I may have needed. The house was exactly what I expected and definitely plan on going back.

KaycieFebruary 2016

A very beautiful, but simple villa located near Jaco. We were looking for a place near Jaco but did not want to stay in a typical hotel with all the tourists. Osmar's Villa was just perfect for what we wanted. It is located at the back of small village and is at the edge of the jungle. The house is just beautiful, with a full kitchen, hot showers, washer and dryer, beds with mosquito netting, and a beautiful wrap around porch. It was great to wake up and sit on the porch listening to birds while drinking coffee or lying in the hammock reading books. It is very peaceful place. The Villa is about 20 minutes away from Jaco, minutes away from a couple of really nice beaches. A few minutes north, there is Carara National Park which is home to Scarlet Macaws. Manuel Antonio National Park is little over an hour away and has some great beaches. Monteverde Cloud Forest is about 2 hours north. There are also small grocery stores in the village and larger ones in Jaco or near Playa Herradura. Since it is not that far away from Jaco, there are plenty of things to do nearby. Surfing, swimming, zip lining, horseback riding, kayaking, hiking, etc... The grounds are well kept and knowing that a housekeeper was on site 24/7 gave us the peace of mind that our belongings were safe while we were out and about.

My boyfriend and I stayed here for 4 nights. It is everything that the description tells. There is a bedroom with two beds, a small kitchen, a living room with a futon couch, and super cute covered front patio area with dining and hang out seating (and a hammock). This place is located right off of 34 in a very small and quiet residential neighborhood. The property is secured with fences and a remote controlled entrance to the driveway. Several different beaches and Jaco are all within 10-15 minutes from the house. David responded promptly to every and any questions I had both prior to arriving and with great recommendations the whole time we were there (he specializes in tours all around Costa Rica). He was unavailable to meet us when we arrived, but arranged his sweet house maid to meet us and give us our keys. There was a white board armed with several contacts including his own just in case we needed anything at anytime and also there was a "house rules" sheet with some basic essential info. The only AC in the house is in the bedroom, which gets plenty cold and we were able to get the house comfortable enough by leaving the room door open and turning on the fan in the living room if it started to get warmer in the house. There is no hot water in the shower, which we didn't mind, especially after our crazy sunburns. If you need to do laundry, there is a washer available and there is also wifi in the house. All in all a great experience at this super chill little casita for us. If you prefer an authentic experience over a fancy hotel, then this is the place for you. We will definately stay again if we find ourselves back in that area. As for going anywhere else in Costa Rica I'll always reach out to David for advice! Super cool dude! Pura Vida!

GloFebruary 2016

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David's house is very well located near to several beaches in the central pacific of Costa Rica and just 1 hour away from San José. It has everything you need, the room has A/C and all the appliances at the kitchen work just fine. It's located at a secured community and you can spend a very relaxing time on the hammock at the terrace. I didn't meet David, but his friend Adrian attended us very well and he was very helpful, he'll take care of you and will give you very useful tips to travel around due to the nature of his job: a tourist guide!! I highly recommend this place if you are looking for a relaxing place that is close enough to all the touristic attractions in the central pacific and yet close enough to the city.

Juan PabloDecember 2015

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The spacious house surrounded by a creek, river and the Pacific Ocean in what Costa Ricans call a "playa viva" as sands, depending on rains, winds, waves, tides, sun and moon, change constantly, has a fenced beautiful garden full of birds.

Playa Agujas, a mostly calm and safe to swim beach is very quiet except on weekends when local families come to enjoy beach life. It is wonderful to live with the rhythmic sounds of the waves and the song of birds.
The house is spacious with large windows, beautiful hardwood floors upstairs, large kitchen, BarBQ, terrace and shaded garden with palm trees and an enourmous cenizaro, poinciana and ficus where macaws, parrots, toucans and 100 birds come to feed or play all day long.
From Juan Santamaria Airport on the 27 towards Jaco, in about one hour And a few minutes you arrive to Playa Agujas. Through a gate you park almost in front of the house you will get detailed directions if you contact me.
You will be the only guests, as we preffer to rent to one family or group. Johnny Lopez will probably be the one to welcome you. Johnny is at ease in both, American and Costa Rican culture and language. He will introduce you to Agujas and the surrounding area. Please make arrangements as to your time of arrival and when to meet. He will be available on phone for any information or help you may need. Weelder, or Lila and little Dana who live in a smaller caretaker's house on the property are also available to give you the keys and any help you need.

There is excellent fishing in Playa Agujas, either from the beach or from a rented boat. If you are interested please ask for more detailed info.
Agujas has more than 100 registered different species of birds and is perfect for birdlovers.
Quebrada de Ganado, a small village, good for food shopping and most everything else, is 2km away. Jaco, with much more sophisticated shopping and entertainment, is 15 minutes away. Fishing and boat tours to Tortuga Island and its National Park can be arranged. Kayaks can be rented. There are horseback riding and four wheeler tours departing 2 km away. Kayaking begins in Agujas, hiking, as well. The beautiful Parque Nacional Carrara is a few km away. Canopy tours and many other activities are available in the area
Buses to and from San Jose and Alajuela and Orotina stop in Quebrada de Ganado and from where buses go to Jaco, Quepos, and further south along the coast to Panama. Buses stop where ever you ask them to do so, for instance, you could get off at Carrara National Park. There are many car rental offices in Jaco and taxi service from Quebrada de Ganado to Agujas for 3,000 colones, to Jaco for 8,000. (The bus to and from Jaco is about 700 colones).
It is a perfect place to meet with relatives and friends. The beach provides excellent walks and sometimes depending on the tide you can walk a few kilometers to the Fiesta del Marisco, a very good restaurant on the beach. There is also Bar Agujas about 300 meters from the house which has good food and fun local color with dancing and caraoki on most saturdays. The best rice and beans and patacones in Costa Rica and other delicious dished is available at "Gusticos" a restaurant of Santiago y Leticia also 300 meters away, on the road coming into Agujas. They will also bring ready-made food to the house or come and cook for you if wish.
Lila is available to sweep and clean every two days. If you would like your clothes washed she will do this at an extra cost.
There is a large "rancho," an open but roofed area in the garden for outside activities. Gato, our diver fisherman friend will bring you fish galore he will also take you fishing to surronding beaches or across the bay (if it is during the non rainy season )
Sheets, towels, soap, toiletpaper, etc are provided but , please bring your own beach towel.

The house was perfect , it was just 2 of us and the house had huge few bedrooms can easily fit a family or 7 to 8 people comfortably. The house and property was well taken care of. Everymorning you get tones of different birds the come into the front garden area . The house is gated which was great. The best of all the house is secluded right on the best theres a river right beside the house that meets the ocean right infront of the house. The house is located really close to attractions like the tarcoles river to see crocodiles , or coop tarcoles where you can get fresh fish for cheap, it's also close the the auto mercado which is a fancy shopping center were you can get you grocery's (owned by walmart) so you won't have trouble finding anything you need. Mariana was great always checking up to see how things were going and she always responded right away. You can always call Johnny if you had any questions and he was already at the house waiting when we first arrived. The house was amazing and located literally right on the beach. I would for sure be renting again here.

RaajNovember 2016

Exelente , solo nos falto toallas en los baños.

YamilethJuly 2016

We would stay in the house again. Mariana responses quickly to concerns and problems. The sun comes up at 5:30 am and 2 mornings we were there we were woke up first from the caretakers dog barking all morning, when asked if he could do something he did so all was good. Then we were asked if a friend could stay in one of the rooms, we said sure, unaware that he brought his whole family 8 in total camping out outside our bedroom window, again when message Mariana she did a great job in asking them to keep it down in the morning. The house was as listed except the TV does not work. There is a very strong cat urine odor. The location is worth it, that is incredible. Mariana gave great advice too.

natalieAugust 2016

The house was beautiful. As per the description the house was in a perfect location at the mouth of the river and the sea. The beach was in a bay but it was a pebbled beach so not much sand to walk on. However this does not deter you from taking long walks when the water had receded. Playa Agujas seems to be a popular spot for locals but not alot of tourists so relatively quite. The gardens were very well maintained. The house was clean with a reasonable size sitting and dinning room. The bedroom are a good size and the bathrooms are small but compact. The house was reasonably cool in the evenings at this of the year with the fans. The outdoor veranda with a fan was the perfect spot for our breakfasts every morning not to mention an afternoon nap with the sound of the water and the chirping of the birds in the distance. There are enough of restaurants and sodas around the area so it was very convenient to eat in or out. Unfortunately due to the rains we did not get to meet the local fishermen and buy fresh fish for the day as they had not gone out to sea. The sound of the river and the birds makes this an ideal location to relax and most of all to have good family time together. The convenience of bringing our two small dogs made it so much easier to decided to stay at the beach. We also were keen to take up a place that was easy for us to take my mother in her wheel chair and since there were 2 bedrooms with attached bathrooms on the main floor it was very convenient. The door to the bedroom was wide and with place around the bed it was easy to move in and out of the room or even around it. We had a problem with the wifi but unfortunately during the stay they were unable to fix the same. As we stay locally we had our cell phones so we were able to manage. The whole experience was warm and inviting and it made us feel right at home. We would love to visit again.

AnjaliSeptember 2016

Description is accurate, the location is wonderful

enricoAugust 2016

My group and I had a fantastic experience at this property. It's right on the beach, and also has a beautiful garden. We were there during the weekend, so we shared the beach with some local families. It never felt crowded at all, and we all enjoyed meeting the locals. One fisherman even let me come out and fish on his boat with him for a few hours. There is also a place right nearby to rent kayaks which is inexpensive and an absolute blast. If we had had more time, we may have also tried renting four wheelers or horses. I was also very impressed by how quickly I was able to get everything figured out. I had to make plans last minute, and Mariana was very accommodating with that. We arrived at the house less than 24 hours after I first reached out to her and everything went very smoothly. Overall, it was an awesome stay and I would highly recommend it to anyone. Thanks Mariana!

NickMay 2016

Mariana and Johnny were very helpful with directions. Johnny was very nice and he gave us information of places we might like to visit around the area. The house had no AC but the fans help a lot. The house was very spacious for our group of 10. We couldn't watch TV but the WiFi had good signal and the kids were busy with their tablets when we were home. The beach is just steps away and love the view. Overall the house with a little of updating it will be perfect.

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We have apartments for rent in a nice quiet town close to beautiful beaches in Quebrada Ganado, Costa Rica. We have one bedroom apartments with secure gated parking and breakfast at an additional cost. Families welcome and child friendly environment.

I am a Costa Rican woman that can speak English and provide you with any information about the area. The apartments are very clean and well taken care of. The property is very secure with a gated parking area and courtyard. Please contact me to find out what apartments are available.
Private one bedroom apartments with private bathrooms and air conditioning.
I can answer any questions that you may have about the area and Costa Rica. I enjoy hosting people from all walks of life and all over the world

Quebrada Ganado is very nice quiet town that is very safe and has very friendly people. It is centrally located on the central Pacific Side of Costa Rica and only minutes away from Playa Agujas. Playa Agujas is a truly beautiful beach with almost no crowds ever. It is very clean and has very calm water. Within a 15 minute drive is one of the tallest waterfalls in the entire country, Carara national park, the Rio Tarcoles river tours, and Los Suenos resort and marina. Punta Leona hotel and private reserve is literally across the street as well.
We can arrange private transportation to and from San Jose International airport or to any of Costa Rica's national parks or other attractions. We have onsite parking, and we are only steps away from the main highway where you can take the public busses to any part of the whole country. I can direct you as to how to buy tickets and what busses to take.

Quiet, clean and safe but no frills here. This is a one room apartment with a kitchen sink and refrig in a real Tico apartment building located in a working class Tico neighborhood far from any tourist activities. We booked here because our other reservations fell through at the last minute and we needed to quickly find a bed for the night. Arriving at night, the place looked scary, but Jesenia was waiting at the gate with a big friendly smile and waved us in. She set us up with basic kitchen supplies, a hot plate and communicated the information we needed even though she didn't speak english and we don't speak spanish. We considered moving to more deluxe hotel but decided to stay for 3 nights. We are glad we stayed because it was a chance to experience CR living. At $40 a night, the apartment was overpriced but had the bare basics. It had everything we needed although hot water in the shower would have made it better. We recommend staying here if you want to live like a local and not expecting tourist accomodations.

JeanineFebruary 2015

We didn't meet Sonia, but someone was there to greet us at 3pm. The room was clean and a good size. The a/c & wifi worked well, but the shower did not drain at all. It's about a 1/4 mile to a couple of the restaurants, but we had a good, and very large pizza. We left early and could not reach sonia on the phone. So, we left the gate/room keys in the room. Its a good place to stay between Tarcolas and Quepos.

Sonia's place was great. It was easy enough to find and is located in a small town with plenty of things within walking distance. I felt the rate was fair, given it was comfortable, safe and air conditioned! There is a fridge to keep drinks cool and a small kitchenette. We walked to restaurants, bars, and with a quick drive were at a nice local beach where we seemed to be the only tourists. While walking through town we felt 100% safe. Sonia was very sweet and had an upbeat energy and personality. I only regret that we weren't able to hang out more with her...she seems like a lot of fun. I would stay here again. Easy access to major roads, easy communication, helpful and kind host.

Sonia was really nice and communicated via cell phone well to get to her place. She gave me a tasty mango! She told me some good places to eat, one within walking distance. The apt. I rented from her was very clean, refrigerator, hot plate, some dishes and cooking utensils, clean towels, a TV with what seemed like basic cable, A/C, no hot water for shower but water doesn't really get ice cold so it's easy to deal with, the place was definitely worth $40 a night. I didn't realize until I left to go stay in Jaco Beach how close her place already was or I might've stayed there longer and just commuted to Jaco Beach to surf in the day. She had a microwave in her house that is next to the apartments she let me use to heat up some left over food from a restaurant I ate at. She lives right next to the apts. so if anything was needed she's usually right there to help or just a phone call/text away. It's near the road through the small area it's in so if you want to sleep in it won't happen, dogs barking, birds chirping, cars honking or driving by, and the sun will wake you up at the crack of dawn, so no need for an alarm clock most likely, you won't be late for any fun you have planned.

A nice little escape right on the beach. This is mostly a spot for locals escaping the city. We found it made for a little more charming stay being off the tourist grid. It's a gated property with well maintained little cottages. Priscilla was a very friendly host willing to share her local knowledge about the area.

DerrylFebruary 2015

Very chill place right on the beach with everything we needed. A little hot but it cooled off at night. Definitely would stay here again!

Our favorite part about this place was the pool. It was very refreshing after being in the hot sun all day. There are many beautiful birds in the area that we enjoyed watching. The beach is just a minute walk away which was really nice. Each night we walked there to enjoy the sunset. However, because of the rocks and garbage, it is not the best beach for swimming. The place was nice, but had a few things that you would expect with a lower price. One thing we notices were tears on the screen. Prescilla was a great host. She took the time to talk with us and recommend things to do in the area. It is clear that she really cares about the property.

ConnorJanuary 2016

Priscilla and her boyfriend were very responsive hosts. The power was out when we got there, we weren't aware there was no air conditioning in some rooms, so we upgraded. Nice for a cabin, clean, a few too many bugs that we found but overall a nice place with helpful hosts.

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Our light and breezy, 2-bedroom beach house is the perfect place to totally relax or make your base for zip-lining, kayaking and hiking. Enjoy ocean views, wildlife sightings and the sound of the surf while you prepare a gourmet meal or just chill.

Less than 90 minutes from the capital city of San Jose, this is your own charming two bedroom, two bath beach house in the gated and secure community of Punta Leona.
Villa Tranquilo offers a relaxed, soothing retreat from the stresses of daily life while still being close enough to modern amenities to pamper yourself. The house is completely air conditioned with WiFi, TV/DVD, stereo system and laundry room.
Playa Mantas beach is just steps from the house and top-rated Playa Blanca is a short, five minute walk away. There is a small restaurant/bar at Playa Blanca and a full-time lifeguard station.
You'll be amazed at the wildlife you will see right from your balcony! Scarlet macaws, monkeys, iguanas, raccoons, and toucans can be seen at various times of the year right in the backyard. Listen to the sound of the surf, arrange for a massage or take advantage of the great hiking trails, zip line, butterfly farm and tennis courts. There's even a miniature golf course! All of these activities are available right on the property.
Punta Leona houses a hotel with swimming pools, restaurants, bars and even a chapel with Sunday services. The hotel can arrange day trips to Manuel Antonio State Park, Arenal Volcano, horseback riding, fishing, kayaking, and many other outdoor activities.
We love our home and the restorative quality it has on our lives. We know it will do the same for you. Enjoy.
Guests have access to our entire 2-bedroom , 2-bathroom house, with full balcony, gourmet kitchen and private laundry. In addition, they have access to all of the hotel grounds' amenities - pools, restaurants, beaches, zip-lines, tennis courts, water sports, hotel-sponsored activities, concierge services, etc. Please note: the hotel has recently limited car travel to Playa Blanca but it is only a 5+ minute walk from the house.
We interact as much or as little as our guests want. Usually there are a few online conversations prior to their stay to take care of the logistics and answer any questions. Once booked, we provide a Welcome Packet with directions, resort information, local activities, and emergency contact information both locally and for us.
Once arrived, we usually like to get an email or text just letting us know they've arrived safely. And after that we are here if they need us, but honestly we usually don't hear much from people until they are checking out to let us know they're on their way. In the rare occurrence that someone has had a question or an issue that they wanted to ask us, we've been able to respond quickly and take care of it.

Ours is 1 of only 8 privately-owned homes overlooking Playa Mantas on the grounds of the Punta Leona Resort. Punta Leona is 10 minutes south of Carara National Wildlife Park and 10 minutes north of the bustling surf town of Jaco, with a wide range of restaurants, bars, and shopping. On the road to Jaco is the world renowned hotel, spa and restaurant, Villa Caletas, where you can get a birds eye view of the ocean while enjoying a cocktail and listening to soothing music at sunset. Villa Caletas also offers Friday night concerts at certain times of the year.
Everything on the grounds is walking distance, however, golf carts can be rented through the hotel for approx. $40/day if you prefer. Most people rent a car in San Jose for their trip but you can also take a taxi from the airport - the cost is $80-$100 each way. If you want to do some day-excursions the hotel staff can arrange a rental car or taxi service as well.
Punta Leona has a small convenience store and ice cream parlor on the property as well as two snack bars and 2 restaurants. There is also a nurses station on the property as well as a doctor should the need arise.

The trip has been wonderful...some what magical! Your place here is absolutely fantastic and has allowed us to relax and enjoy the Costa Rican beaches without having to travel by car. We did take a trip down to see Manuel Antonio, and this is a busy week (Semana Santa). Despite how busy this week is among Costa Ricans, we never have felt any of the hustle/bustle here at the Villa. Once again, many thanks for allowing us to enjoy your (URL HIDDEN) is absolutely wonderful. I know our experience was enhanced by where we stayed...both the location and actual Villa. Everyone commented on the comfort/decor of the place. Shannon & Steve have done a wonderful job in creating a quiet & relaxing Villa. Great place to just sit and let the world spin by... The location is fantastic...not too far from the airport (90 minutes), and close to Jaco (15 minutes)...having the restaurants, shops, grocery. And yet it's off the beaten path, in that you still feel/experience a remoteness and Peace & quiet...well there is the sound of the surf! Steve & Shannon...many thanks!

Attentive, helpful hosts with a beautiful home! We stayed at their house from December 27th – January 3rd and they expeditiously answered all of our last minute questions around Christmas and on New Year's day. The home is gorgeous and we appreciated all of the great vacation tips they sent us (hints on great restaurants, grocery stores, and activities nearby). You should know that their home is located in a very large gated club/hotel property (along with other houses) which has many pluses and a few minuses. Pluses: we never worried about safety (personal or belongings), you're located right in between two beaches (one of which locals actually pay to go to because of the beautiful white sand), there are things to do conveniently on the large club/hotel property (rent kayaks/stand up paddle boards/peddle boats, zip line, 3 restaurant options, etc). Minuses: they play music at night (I'm assuming on one of the beaches) until maybe 1 am? It might have been because we were there around the holidays and all you can hear is the bass, but if you're a very light sleeper and you go to bed early, I would ask Steve & Shannon if this goes on throughout the year. Also you have to wear a wristband for your entire stay. Surprisingly it didn't really bother us, even though we thought it would drive us crazy when they first put them on. All in all, we found the pluses to greatly outweigh the minuses (we thought Jaco was way too crowded and touristy, and Quepos was just too busy/city-like for the relaxing paradise vacation we were looking for). We really enjoyed watching the scarlet macaws fly past as we ate breakfast on the porch listening to the waves. And when we wanted some adventure, it was just a short walk or drive away.

ShalliaJanuary 2014

The Home/Property: Just as beautiful and comfortable as the pictures suggested! We really enjoyed having a really nice kitchen to cook in, a great porch to sit out on in the early mornings (just a fabulous view), the privacy of the downstairs bedrooms (and the comfort of a great king mattress!), the very comfortable bathrooms, having a laundry... Steve and Shannon have clearly paid close attention to the design; just a very elegant and comfortable home. The Location: Ended up especially enjoying the daily morning walk over the hill to Playa Blanca and morning stroll on beach, sunbathing, swimming. Steve & Shannon: Welcoming and gracious hosts! It was our first airbnb rental, and they made us feel very welcome and comfortable (and, as mentioned, their place was beautiful!)...

MichaelDecember 2013

We stayed here for about a week. The hosts were great and super patient with us and our numerous questions. The house is amazing. very modern and nicely decorated with amazing views from every room. A lot of the places posted on Air B&B use wide angle lenses to enhance the pictures but if anything this house is better in person than in the pics. The house is in a gated neighborhood which one can only access after going thru a check point so it felt very safe. The kitchen is very modern with everything one may need to cook pretty much anything so we ate in on most nights. There is a modern supermarket about 20 minutes away with fresh fish, meats, wines, pretty much anything you may need. A 5 minute walk will get you to the beach you see from the balcony which is also near two great swimming pools an outdoor bar and a small restaurant which is part of the community that the house sits in. As some mentioned you can occasionally hear music from the pool but it didn't bother us. The pool is far off and what you usually hear is faint bass. The beach right by the house is pretty and serene, not very crowded and guarded so its safe to swim in. That being said we went for the surf and if that's what you are into this beach has no waves. Unless you are just going to enjoy just the near by area I would strongly recommend renting a car because the house is a bit far from the main road though the road leading to it is paved and modern. Also, follow the house rules regarding insects and the kitchen, this is the case for any place you stay at in Costa Rica. You are basically in the jungle and any food no matter how modern the house will attract insects. Overall this is one of the best looking places to stay at in this area.

LaureanoJanuary 2015

Steve and Shannon are great, responsive hosts. We were told to make ourselves at home and we did. It was easy. The house is well appointed and very well designed as well as thoughtfully decorated. Punta Leona is a secure location with one of the most beautiful beaches in Costa Rica. The view from the house is real. What you see in the pictures is what you get. It was one of our favorite vacations with friends. All four of us loved the experience.

JudithMarch 2016

Steve and Shannon were wonderful hosts and were very communicative during our stay in Costa Rica! It was our first time visiting, and their listing is inside a beautiful resort. I would note that the resort is in a secluded area, and would recommend renting a car if you want to explore other areas outside of the resort. The listing was exactly as described and extremely clean. The wifi would occasionally be spotty, but we didn't mind it since we were out and about throughout the day. We were absolutely amazing at the beach just down the hill. Playa Blanca was our favorite beach throughout the entire stay, and it was just in our backyard. Thank you again Steve and Shannon, we'll definitely be back in our next visit to Costa Rica!

StephenDecember 2014

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All - in- all, great price and great location within the resort. The owners are incredibly friendly and accommodating. Few things to note: At first, I was a bit disappointed that there was no fridge/microwave or mirror in the room and think the value of this could be greatly enhanced with that, but it didn't take me long to get used to being without. the bathroom is outside the room, but still in a private area. no hot showers for anyone booking in winter I felt very safe and peaceful! Ants were a daily issue... if you bring any food in room, they will find it-no matter where you keep it. I was able to control the matter with a daily room sweep. Pura vida!

AnnaOctober 2016

The apartment was clean and cool. We loved the pool and the outdoor kitchen in the Rancho was very helpful! Great place, we will definitely stay again.

Our time in this boutique hotel was amazing! We were just 50mm from the beach and not to far of a walk to a local restaurant where the food and service were both excellent. Priscilla was incredibly welcoming and definitely made us feel like we could come back and stay without a doubt. I recommend this place if you want to get away from busy beach town life.

CarlosNovember 2015

We enjoyed our stay in Playa Agujas. It is hard to believe that it is just 20 minutes from Jaco - how different. It was very quiet and we felt very safe. Our little place at Villas Majolana was small and simple but worked perfectly for us. The kitchen is very basic so don't expect to cook elaborate meals here - that was fine for us because we spent most of our time in Carara National Park or on the beach. Priscilla was a great host. We arrived late and she had left directions to her house so we could pick up our key. She also stopped by on several occasions to make sure we had everything that we needed.

SaraAugust 2016

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Makuuhuoneet

Very well located condo, minutes away from white sand beach playa Mantas in Punta Leona, very good restaurants, popular Jaco beach and Los Sueños marina and golf course.
This 2 bedroom, 2-1/2 bathroom, fully furnished house will make your holiday unforgettable.

The condo is comfortable with all the amenities and furnishings similar to a hotel to make the stay a good experience.
Guests will be able to access all the common areas: swimming pools, volley court, kids playground.
We can also arrange tours and activities within the area and in other parts of CR.
We can also provide transportation to and from the airport. And book a rental car to tour the country

This is a very special neighborhood in that it is close to the only white sand beach in the central Pacific area. Very quiet and surrounded by rainforest it provides great birdwatching!!
Public transportation is 200 mts away, that can take you to nearby towns, Jaco, Puntarenas, Manuel Antonio.

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My place is close to Carara National Park. You’ll love my place because of the views, the location, the ambiance, and the outdoors space. My place is good for couples, solo adventurers, business travelers, and families (with kids).
The condo is equipped with everything to have a wonderful stay. The kitchen has appliances to make your own meals, the bathrooms have towels and the bedrooms linens. There is a central AC, hot water, WIFI access, cable tv.

Private place, surrounded with nature, bird sounds, see monkeys jumping around sometimes and coatis. Toucans, macaws, Nativa us heaven on earth DEFINITELY!.
My guests have access to 2 swimming pools during their stay. The Resort has 24 hour security.
I am not there all the time, but can drive with in 20 minutes to be there.

Tarcoles which is the nearest town, is well-known to have fresh fish every day. A few places for meals. There are some other places within 10-20 minutes drive.
Having your own car is the best to move around.
CLEANING FEE $50 per stay.